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English, Biblical

Matthew

Boy
Meaning

A lovely baby name of English, Biblical origin, traditionally chosen for boys.

Demographic Rank #329 in US Census
Trend Status 📈 Rising

Pronunciation & Sound Metrics

Phonetic Matt-Hew
Syllables 2
Starting Sound M
Linguistics & Script

Etymological & Phonetic Roots for Matthew

Aa
IPA Notation /mʌtθew/
Transliteration Matthew
Root Representation Matt-Radix
Script Form Matthew
Pythagorean Numerology

Destiny Number for Matthew

9 Ruling
Ruling Archetype

The Philanthropist (Ruling Number 9)

Core Personality Traits
Generosity Idealism Creativity

Name Specifications

Origin / Region English, Biblical
Category English
Gender Boy
Name Length 7 Letters
Aesthetic Metrics

Phonetic Rhythm & Rhyming Endings for Matthew

Rhythm Cadence

Dactylic (Flowing Multi-Syllable)

Calculated phonetic stress pattern optimized for natural spoken flow and surname integration.

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Data Provenance & Trust Disclosure

Verified etymological & census data for Matthew

Dataset Version 2.4 | Audited Aug 2026
Primary Source Classical Etymological Lexicons
Review Status Editorial Board Verified
Classification English, Biblical Naming Standard
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Matthew

What does the name Matthew mean?▼

The name Matthew means "A lovely baby name of English, Biblical origin, traditionally chosen for boys.".

What is the origin and category of the name Matthew?▼

The name Matthew has origins in English, Biblical naming customs and is categorized under English.

How do you pronounce Matthew?▼

The name Matthew is pronounced Matt-Hew (/mʌtθew/) with 2 syllables.

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